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AML Act of 2020: Key Steps to Take Now for BSA Readiness

Abrigo

Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 BSA professionals should prepare for changes as new regulations and guidance from FinCEN unfold. Want more BSA readiness articles sent to your inbox? Takeaway 1 The Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AMLA) is the first significant change to the Bank Secrecy Act in nearly 20 years. Takeaway 2 While the AMLA is now law, regulations, guidance, and other information still needs to be written.

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Two Executive Views of Digital Transformation, and Why They Both Matter

Gonzobanker

A new customer digital experience that doesn’t deliver long-term results won’t matter in the long run. “Gentlemen, you can’t fight in here. This is the war room.” —President Merkin Muffley, Dr. Strangelove. Events in the last year have pushed the conversation about digital transformation to a new level of focus for senior executives at financial institutions.

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MoneyGram opens its network to enterprises, adds G-Coin integration

Payments Source

MoneyGram International is providing access to its global money transfer network through software it is touting as "MoneyGram-as-a-service." ]].

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The Top Community Banks and Credit Unions of 2020

Banking Exchange

S&P Global Market Intelligence analyzed more than 4,000 banks and credit unions to name the top performers Community Banking Feature3 Feature Bank Performance The Economy Financial Trends Retail Banking.

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Digital Transformation: Accelerating ROI and Growth in Commercial Lending

Now is the time for lenders to prioritize their digital transformation initiatives in preparation for the lending rebound. Rising competition and ever-increasing customer demands for speed and efficiency are forcing financial institutions to embrace digital transformation. This shift can feel overwhelming—where do you begin? This infographic illustrates automation demands and shows you how loan document automation serves as an essential step to increase profits and provide the best lending exper

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Subscription payments can give financial institutions a needed refresh

Payments Source

Recurring transactions build relationships, are digitally friendly and can diversify product offerings, says Zuora's Michael Mansard. ]].

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How Railsbank plans to fuel embedded finance in Australia

Payments Source

The country's banks and fintechs are still new to working together, giving Railsbank a chance to become a key player in open banking. ]].

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Synchrony CTO Bess Healy to provide insights on state of automation at BA Ignite

BankInovation

Bess Healy, chief technology officer at Synchrony Financial, will join a panel to discuss the state of automation in financial services at the Bank Automation Ignite virtual conference on April 13-14. This live discussion will launch the conference at 11:30 a.m. ET. View the BA Ignite agenda. New technologies in robotic process automation and key […].

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Airwallex valued at $2.6 billion in new $100 million equity round

Payments Source

In a continuation of its Series D round to fuel its global expansion for cross-border payment solutions, Airwallex has raised $100 million in capital, valuing the fintech at $2.6 billion. ]].

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Challenges in Countering Trade-Based Money Laundering

FICO

In part 1 of the series on trade-based money laundering (TBML) , we established a definition of the term, explored some recent studies and highlighted some typical techniques employed by the criminals. In this second part, we will explore the challenges of countering TBML and explore some recent industry trends. Challenges in identifying and countering TBML exist at both the public and private sector levels, with a lack of understanding, awareness, and collaboration both domestically and interna

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The State of Automation in Financial Services 2024 Report

In this report, you’ll find a comprehensive analysis of survey responses from executives at banks, credit unions, and insurance companies concerning their organization’s current and future use of automation. The report’s key insights include: Which types of automation are saving organizations the most time and money How to overcome the biggest barriers to automation implementation and adoption Why automation investments will continue to grow over the next few years How much you could save in 202

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Automation won't eliminate payment jobs, but work will change

Payments Source

As accounts payable departments add robotics and other innovation, workflows and skill sets will adjust--but people won't disappear, says Nvoicepay's Lauren Ruef. ]].

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Buying a car: creeping costs to keep an eye out for

Qudos Bank

Whether you’re trading up, trading in or buying your first car, it’s important to understand the costs associated with buying a new car - both before you get behind the wheel and after you’ve hit the road.

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VCs fuel payment innovations at small businesses

Payments Source

MissionOG spots opportunities among firms that provide pandemic-era automation and a route for legacy financial institutions to compete with challenger banks and fintechs. ]].

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Old National Bank further enhances credit and risk strategy with OakNorth’s Credit Intelligence Suite

BankInovation

Since its founding in Evansville in 1834, Old National Bank has focused on community banking by building long-term, highly valued partnerships and keeping our clients at the center of all we do. This is an approach that we call The ONB Way and it has never been more important given the ongoing challenges being presented […].

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Why Is CRE Lending Stuck in the Past? Top 3 Reasons for Digital Resistance

Commercial lending is on the verge of a resurgence, but traditional processes are an obstacle. Explore the top 3 reasons for resistance to digital transformation and how overcoming them can pave the way for growth and efficiency. Discover why embracing automation and digital solutions is crucial for success in today's competitive landscape. Discover how GoDocs helps commercial lenders in the digital era with seamless integration and a borrower-focused approach.

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Popular Bank East Harlem Branch Receives BDD Designation

PopularBank

BDD Designation to Provide Branch $10 Million in Subsidized Deposits to Promote Community Reinvestment within East Harlem. New York, NY – March 24, 2021 – Popular Bank , a subsidiary of Popular, Inc. (NASDAQ: BPOP) announced today that it has received the Banking Development District (BDD) designation from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) for its 164 East 116 th Street branch.

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Upstart rolls out AI-powered system to match borrowers with banks, credit unions

BankInovation

Online lending marketplace Upstart announced the rollout today of its Upstart Referral Network, a new system driven by artificial intelligence (AI) that helps match loan applicants with banks and credit unions. The new platform, in limited preview for partner banks until its release this week, works as an aggregator for personal loans, and can be […].

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Capital One wager lifts travel startup Hopper to unicorn status

Payments Source

Capital One Financial led a $170 million investment in the startup Hopper as the financial giant seeks to make a deeper push into travel. ]].

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Banking Exchange to Host Speakers on Next Generation Digital Statements

Banking Exchange

The presentation and discussion will take place digitally on April 20 Technology Financial Trends Feature3 Feature Tech Management.

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Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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CFPB complaints skyrocket as credit reporting issues again top the list

American Banker

Complaints to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau jumped 54% to 542,300 in 2020. Concerns about credit reports have long outnumbered those in other categories and jumped significantly as a share of the total from 2019. ]].

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Mastercard ties executive bonuses to environmental, social goals

Payments Source

Executive vice presidents and above will be evaluated on how they contributed to progress on efforts to curb the firm’s use of carbon, improve financial inclusion and reach gender-pay parity, CEO Michael Miebach said in a memo to staff. ]].

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The 8:8:8 rule could give us the perfect work-life balance. So why aren't more of us following it? | Adrian Chiles

TheGuardian

Eight hours each for work, leisure and sleep feels a sensible balance – yet with home working, and long-hours culture, it can seem like an unachievable goal A woman who grew up in the former Yugoslavia told me how they used to live their days by the three eights: eight hours of work, eight hours of free time and eight hours of sleep. Nice. I assume weekends were free.

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Podcast: How the OCC’s Premises Proposal Could Hamstring Bank Operations

ABA Community Banking

On the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast, ABA Senior Counsel Shaun Kern discusses the OCC's recent proposal to revise its rules on permissible bank premises for national banks and federal thrifts, as well as ABA's call for the agency to withdraw the proposal. The post Podcast: How the OCC’s Premises Proposal Could Hamstring Bank Operations appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Top 10 Benefits of Automating Loan Modifications for Commercial Lenders

Get ready for the wave of $1.2 trillion in commercial debt maturing in the next 24 months with GoDocs' ModDocs® platform. Traditional loan modifications are slow, expensive, and prone to errors, which put lenders at risk. But with ModDocs®, you can enjoy an innovative solution that eliminates attorney fees, allows on-the-fly loan modifications, and ensures compliance.

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Can cash incentives help credit unions recruit new members?

American Banker

Some institutions have experimented with cash-based rewards to kick-start membership growth, but it's unclear whether the strategy will be widely adopted. ]].

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Pacific Mercantile to Merge with Banc of California

Banking Exchange

Plus: Nevada-based Plumas Bancorp set to acquire Bank of Feather River Management Feature M&A Feature3.

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Mastercard ties executive bonuses to environmental, social goals

American Banker

Executive vice presidents and above will be evaluated on how they contributed to progress on efforts to curb the firm’s use of carbon, improve financial inclusion and reach gender-pay parity, CEO Michael Miebach said in a memo to staff. ]].

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Building or Renovating? A guide to construction loans

Qudos Bank

Limited travel opportunities, a huge uptick in savings 1 and more time spent at home over the last 12 months has meant that an increasing number of people are currently looking at remodelling, or even rebuilding, their home.

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.